Go Nuts for Doughnuts! Amazing Doughnut Shops Around the U.S.

Road tripping in the near future? Skip the scenic stops and make your destinations the very best doughnut spots across the nation. In honor of National Doughnut Day on November 5, 2012, we've rounded up what we think these are some of the best doughnuts from coast to coast (with some New Orleans beignets nestled in between).Need something to go with your doughnuts? We've got a few coffee-infused ideas that work any time of day, from 16 perked-up recipes with coffee in drinks, dinner, and dessert. Can't get away? Bake a few coffee cake recipes from Martha Stewart in the comfort of your own home.

Delightful Doughnuts

Delightful Doughnuts

Doughnuts are so good, almost every culture has their own version, from Spanish churros to Polish paczki. But you needn't travel overseas for outstanding doughnuts. Some of the best examples reside here in the U.S. of A. From Mom n' Pop shops to eco and vegan-friendly, these doughnut spots run the gamut from historical to avant garde. Whether you're a glazed maple bar fan or more of an "old-fashioned" type, you'll be drooling by the time you reach the end of our picks for some of the best doughnut spots across the nation.

Randy's Donuts, Los Angeles, California

Randy's Donuts, Los Angeles, California

Chances are, if you've traveled to LA via LAX, you've caught a glimpse of Randy's huge, hard-to-miss sign. Or perhaps you've seen it in a movie, like Iron Man 2. Built in 1952 as part of a drive-in chain, it's evolved into a legend, a landmark, and a must-go spot right near the airport. Try their buttermilk and crumb raised doughnuts. Or if you can't get to LA, drool over the sugar and sprinkled doughnuts on their webcam!